Nigeria's $8B oil security costs spark controversy
State oil company NNPC said it incurred the cost to protect oil facilities.
Semafor Tech3 min read
Africa
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Africa’s first credit rating agency set to launch
African Union’s new rating agency promises to add a fresh voice in a market dominated by the Big Three credit rating agencies.
Semafor Tech4 min readZambia to sign revised U.S. health deal without patient data and specimen-sharing clauses
The U.S. has signed new bilateral health agreements with around two dozen African nations since last year, but some have pushed back on requirements to provide patient data.
Fortune AI4 min readBridging Africa's data gap
For decades, a lack of data has held back economic development in countries across Africa.
Semafor Tech2 min readSolar market set for Africa boom, says report
Sub-Saharan Africa’s off-grid solar market is due to expand by 450% by 2035, say a.
Semafor Tech1 min readSahel states launch Russia-backed TV station
Tafouk TV signed a cooperation agreement with the parent company of Moscow’s broadcaster RT to jointly cover events, reports RFI.
Semafor Tech1 min readDangote Cement eyes London listing
The firm is hoping to raise up to $1 billion, a person familiar with the plans told Semafor.
Semafor Tech1 min readSouth Africa and US envoys trade barbs
The deterioration in ties has simmered for nearly two years, raising fears that Washington may take more economically damaging steps.
Semafor Tech1 min readEthiopia recaptures Tigray capital amid conflict escalation
Experts fear a renewed conflict between Ethiopia and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front could lead to a severe humanitarian crisis.
Semafor Tech1 min readWashington has picked a side in Ethiopia's new war
‘Commercial diplomacy’ won't protect Red Sea security or counterterrorism goals if the Horn of Africa collapses into a regional conflict.
Semafor Tech3 min readAfrica’s young entrepreneurs have great ideas. What they need is capital and business support
Africa’s young entrepreneurs need early capital, practical support and access to markets.
Fortune AI4 min readSouth Africa is a crime scene
A recent spate of murders and mass shootings shone a light on the realities of violence in South Africa.
Semafor Tech2 min readPhone maker Transsion plans $500M Hong Kong IPO
Transsion held a 53% market share by revenue in Africa in 2025, according to research firm Frost & Sullivan.
Semafor Tech1 min readZambia presses Gulf investors on local mine rules
Zambia is Africa’s second-largest producer of copper, whose prices have soared as demand rises for metals used in electric vehicles and power grids.
Semafor Tech1 min readAfDB in talks to plug $400B financing gap
The bank has held talks with financiers to find ways to mobilize around $4 trillion in untapped domestic capital to fund Africa's development needs, its president said.
Semafor Tech1 min readAfrican Union urges restraint as Ethiopia tensions grow
Ethiopia has accused Egypt, Eritrea, and Sudan of supporting armed opposition groups that have fought its federal troops.
Semafor Tech1 min readNigeria's Tinubu declares economic 'emergency' over
The president’s three-year overhaul of Nigeria’s economy has dramatically raised living and operational costs for households and businesses.
Semafor Tech1 min readWho gets to decide if AI is safe? Africa wants a say
African companies race to adopt American and Chinese AI, with little attention paid to safety.
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